{"product_id":"129716-173-037-15-05-bently-nevada-3300-xl-series-proximity-probe","title":"129716-173-037-15-05 Bently Nevada 3300 XL Series Proximity Probe","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for radial vibration, axial position, and keyphasor measurements in rotating machinery monitoring systems, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 129716-173-037-15-05\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003e129716\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProximity Probe) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOption Configuration Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe physical and mechanical configurations of the 129716-173-037-15-05 standard 8 mm probe are defined by its specific option codes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e129716\u003c\/strong\u003e: Base model number for the 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe (standard mount, 3\/8-24 UNF thread).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-173\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unthreaded case length of 17.3 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-037\u003c\/strong\u003e: Threaded case length of 3.7 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-15\u003c\/strong\u003e: Total cable length of 1.5 m (59 in).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-05\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terminated with a miniature male coaxial connector with connector protector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e129716-173-037-15-05\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.34 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.8 x 2.8 x 115.0 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-40 to +120 deg C (probe and cable assembly)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePassive transducer component (powered by remote -24 VDC Proximitor loop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe Tip Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAISI 303 or 304 stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNoncontacting eddy-current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLinear Measuring Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0 mm (80 mils)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSystem Calibration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPI 670 compliant (standard 200 mV\/mil scale factor)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEddy-Current Probe Scaling and Rotor Dynamics Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 129716-173-037-15-05 probe establishes a high-frequency RF field to drive eddy-current probe scaling when coupled to a 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor. The electromagnetic coupling converts the physical distance between the probe tip and the observed target into a proportional analog voltage. This fast-response loop allows real-time evaluation of rotor dynamics, tracking high-frequency shaft vibrations, thermal expansion, and mechanical eccentricity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsuring correct calibration performance requires precise gap voltage validation during installation. Adjusting the probe thread engagement to achieve a target gap of approximately 1.27 mm (50 mils) aligns the output voltage at -9 VDC. This gap setting centers the transducer system within its 2.0 mm linear range, maximizing signal fidelity and promoting proper cross-talk suppression in multi-sensor configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 x Bently Nevada 129716-173-037-15-05 Proximity Probe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 x Threaded hex locknuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 x Silicon connector protector sleeve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerifying Probe Thread Alignment and Clearances\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure a minimum radial clearance of 8.9 mm (0.35 in) from surrounding metals is maintained. Thread the stainless steel body into the mounting bracket, verifying that the 17.3 in unthreaded portion does not experience mechanical stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoaxial Cable Connection Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe miniature male coaxial connector must be kept completely clean and dry. Always slide the integrated connector protector over the junction with the extension cable to ensure complete electrical isolation from machine ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExecuting Cable Routing Limits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute the 1.5-meter coaxial cable along structural supports to prevent whipping. Avoid bends tighter than a 25.4 mm (1.0 in) radius, as severe bends alter internal cable impedance and degrade transducer scaling accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat target gap voltage is required for standard linear calibration?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe physical gap must be adjusted until the Proximitor loop output reads a target of -9 VDC, which corresponds to the linear mid-point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs this probe compatible with older 3300 non-XL series components?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 3300 XL 8 mm components are fully backward compatible and interchangeable with legacy non-XL 3300 5 mm and 8 mm components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the standard target material for factory calibration?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system is calibrated for high-permeability AISI 4140 steel targets; using other alloy materials will alter the output scale factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan this probe be connected directly to a monitoring rack without an extension cable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the probe's 1.5-meter integrated lead must be joined with a compatible extension cable to match the 5.0 or 9.0-meter system length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the consequence of oil or water pooling around the probe tip?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tip is chemical-resistant, but heavy buildup of fluid containing metallic particles can alter the magnetic field and bias the gap reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes this model support hot-swapping while the Proximitor is energized?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the passive probe can be swapped live, but the associated monitor channel will trip a \"Not OK\" fault due to the broken loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens if adjacent probes are mounted too close to each other?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectromagnetic fields will overlap, causing severe cross-talk interference that registers as false high-frequency vibration signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the standard lifetime impact of operating near the upper temperature limit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuous exposure above 120 deg C can accelerate insulation aging, resulting in eventual loop resistance degradation and signal drift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46026032349357,"sku":"129716-173-037-15-05","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/xian--3_287fe741-6d0b-43df-95ab-fb285beb5561.jpg?v=1784280932","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/129716-173-037-15-05-bently-nevada-3300-xl-series-proximity-probe","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}